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Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Posthumous Vir Chakra for 2 BSF soldiers
New Delhi: The Union government on Thursday announced Vir Chakra medals — India's third-highest wartime honour — posthumously to two Border Security Force (BSF) personnel for their heroic act during Operation Sindoor. Additionally, President Droupadi Murmu also approved 16 BSF personnel for the Medal for Gallantry (GM) for their exceptional bravery during India's direct military response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror strike. Posthumous Vir Chakra for 2 BSF soldiers The two BSF men — Sub Inspector Mohammed Imteyaz and Constable Deepak Chingakham — were on duty at border outpost Kharkola in Jammu, barely 200 metres from the International Border, which had come under intense shelling and drone attacks. 'On the intervening night of May 9 and 10, when rogue drones approached the post to drop explosives and guide fire mortar, Constable Chingkham moved along with his post commander, Imteyaz, who was organising his troops to neutralise the drone. A mortar shell exploded, causing injuries to the two personnel along with others,' their Vir Chakra citation said. Despite his critical condition, Chingkham refused evacuation, choosing to remain beside his post commander and continue to fight. 'He crawled unaided to the morcha and held his position,' it said. Imteyaz, despite the serious nature of his injuries, continued to fight the enemy, retaliated, and motivated his troops, the citation said. Vir Charka is a wartime military bravery award and third in precedence after the Param Vir Chakra and Maha Vir Chakra. The government also announced Medal for Gallantry (GM) for 16 BSF personnel for their exceptional bravery during Operation Sindoor, when they shot down enemy drones, rescued injured comrades, supplied ammunition under fire, and destroyed Pakistani posts and surveillance equipment along the border. The citation shared by the government described the acts of the personnel during Operation Sindoor — India's military action on terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir (PoK) in retaliation to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives. Those approved for GM awards are: Assistant Commandants Abhishek Srivastav and Alok Negi, Deputy Commandant Ravindra Rathore, Inspector Devi Lal, Sub Inspector Vyas Dev, Assistant Sub Inspectors Udai Vir Singh and Rajappa BT, Head Constables Brij Mohan Singh and Sahib Singh, and Constables Kanwaraj Singh, Suddi Rabha, Depeswar Barman, Bhupendra Bajpai, Rajan Kumar, Basavaraja Shivappa Sunkada, and Manohar Xalxo. 'This Independence Day, 16 brave Seema Praharis are being awarded Gallantry Medals for their conspicuous bravery and unmatched valour. Their resolute and steadfast actions during Operation Sindoor are a testament to the nation's faith and trust reposed in India's First Line of Defence,' BSF said in a statement.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Time of India
CoBRA commander gets 5th Gallantry Medal for courage during Bastar ambush
Raipur: In one of the distinguished honour, Commandant Ashok Kumar of Central Reserve Police Force 's 210 CoBRA battalion was listed in the Medal for Gallantry (GM) by President for the fifth time, making him one of the most decorated counter-insurgency officers in the country who has served in worst LWE affected Sukma and Bijapur districts for eight years. The medal, announced in the Independence Day 2025 honours list, recognises his outstanding courage during a Maoist ambush in Bijapur when Maoists opened fire at Tarrem police station and Kumar when rushed to the spot for reinforcement, himself came under Maoists' IED blast and heavy firing. It was the night of Oct 16, 2022, when a team of CoBRA security personnel led by Kumar was rushing through 10 kms stretch of hostile terrain of Tarrem region to rescue injured police sub-inspector Rakesh Suryavanshi. While the condition of cop was deteriorating, the rescue team was ambushed by Maoists and the IED blast left a deep crater on road, followed by indiscriminate firing upon vehicles. During night, the threat level gets multi-fold in interior locations such as Bijapur's Basaguda and Tarrem. The officer retaliated, broke the ambush and somehow saving his team, arrived at the police station and evacuated the injured cop. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Use an AI Writing Tool That Actually Understands Your Voice Grammarly Install Now Undo There was further 80 kms stretch towards the hospital to be travelled in dark night, amid extreme threat. The cop's life was saved and officers called it a daring mission executed under constant threat of enemy fire. While the CRPF has received 20 Gallantry Medals this year, what makes Singh uncommon is being senior commandant, he foot-soldiered on ground zero with the jawans, besides, paramilitary force officials usually serve in LWE affected Bastar for about three years. Kumar, who hails from Jhunjhunu in Rajasthan, was conferred with his first Gallantry medal during his tenure in counter-terror operations in Jammu and Kashmir in 2009 and this is the fourth medal for serving in India's most dangerous frontline in Red corridor of Chhattisgarh. Since Dec 2021, Kumar has commanded the 210 CoBRA battalion in some of Chhattisgarh's most insurgency-hit areas. Under his command, the unit has been credited with eliminating over 139 hardcore Maoists, arresting 171, and securing the surrender of 75 insurgents with the help of state police. Strategic infrastructure has been reclaimed, with 16 new Forward Operating Bases (FOBs) set up and key roads in Tarrem, Jagargunda, and Pamed reopened after two decades. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Happy Independence Day wishes , messages , and quotes !
The Hindu
5 days ago
- The Hindu
Telangana police win one gallantry and 13 service medals
A constable from Telangana police has been awarded the Medal for Gallantry, while 13 other officers from the State have been recognised for distinguished and meritorious service on the occasion of Independence Day. Police Constable Katravath Raju Naik was conferred the Medal for Gallantry for his exemplary courage in the line of duty. On January 5, 2023, Naik, who was then working with the Jagadgirigutta police of the Cyberabad Commissionerate, was part of a team searching for a murder accused in Sikh Colony, Yellammabanda. During the operation, the suspect, 19-year-old Sardar Chamkorthi alias Karan Singh, attacked Naik and another constable with a knife, inflicting bleeding injuries. The injured constables were immediately shifted to a hospital, while Singh was taken into custody. The accused was convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment in February 2025. Mr. Naik is currently working with the Cyberabad Special Operation Team (SOT). The President's Medal for Distinguished Service was awarded to Assistant Sub-Inspector Siddaiah Myathari and Head Constable Hussain Nidamanuri for their long-standing commitment and exceptional service records. Eleven officers received the Medal for Meritorious Service, who include - Deputy Commissioners of Police Nallamala Ravi, Thogaru Karunakar, and J Shaik Shameer, Commandant Putta Devidas, Armed Police Sub-Inspectors Mekala Abraham, Shinde Prakash, Mudavath Dasharath, and Ramdular Singh, Assistant Sub-Inspectors Mohd Moizuddin, Rajeshuni Srinivas, and Rudra Krishna Kumar. These honours, announced by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs, recognise personnel from across the country for gallantry, distinguished, and meritorious service in the police force. Additionally, the Fire Service Medal for Meritorious Services was awarded to Leading Fireman B. Gopal Reddy of Jammikunta Fire Station, Karimnagar district, Leading Fireman Mohammed Waheedullah Khan of Metpally Fire Station, Jagtial district, Leading Fireman T. Nagesh of Mulugu Fire Station, Mulugu district, and Leading Fireman Md. Sadiq of Bhadrachalam Fire Station, Bhadradri Kothagudem district.
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Hindustan Times
Know the 16 BSF bravehearts getting gallantry medals for Operation Sindoor
Border Security Force (BSF) sub-inspector Vyas Dev and constable Suddi Rabha's names have featured in the 16 personnel list from the paramilitary force, who have been awarded the Medal for Gallantry (GM) on the 79th Independence Day for showing their exceptional bravery and unmatched valour exhibited by them in Operation Sindoor. The 16 personnel list, being awarded the Medal for Gallantry (GM) on the 79th Independence Day for showing their exceptional bravery and unmatched valour exhibited by them in Operation Sindoor, is out(Facebook BSF) In addition, five personnel will receive the President's Medal for Distinguished Service (PSM), while 46 Medals for Meritorious Service (MSM) will also be awarded to BSF officers and personnel. Sub-inspector Vyas Dev and constable Suddi Rabha's valour during Operation Sindoor During Operation Sindoor, BSF sub-inspector Vyas Dev and constable Suddi Rabha were deployed in the forward posts of 7th BN BSF on the International border in the Jammu area, and they were detailed for replenishment of ammunition to forward troops. As they were performing this risk-prone mission, an enemy 82 mortar shell suddenly exploded near them, causing grievous multiple splinter injuries to both. Also read: Indian military heroes honoured on Independence Day eve | List of awardees Despite the devastating nature of his injuries, which had caused him to suffer life-threatening injuries, SI Vyas Dev remained conscious, stabilised himself, bravely engaged in his given task, motivated his fellow soldiers and exhibited tremendous courage. He later underwent traumatic amputation of his left leg at the military Hospital, Jammu. Constable Suddi Rabha, equally resolute and courageous, stood shoulder to shoulder with his commander, SI Vyas Dev, during the critical ammunition replenishment operation. He sustained severe blast trauma, including deep lacerations in the perineal region, injuries to the thighs, the left leg, and the right ankle. Despite the immense pain and life-threatening wounds, constable Suddi Rabha refused to yield and completed the mission. The other 14 bravehearts of Operation Sindoor who got the gallantry medal 14 other security personnel have been awarded the gallantry medals for their exceptional courage during Operation Sindoor. Assistant commandant Abhishek Srivastav, along with head constable Brij Mohan Singh, constables Bhpendra Bajpai, Rajan Kumar, Basavaraja Shivappa Sunkada and constable Depeswar Barman have been awarded the medals for their actions on May 7-8 and May 10 under the able command of SI Mohammad Imtiyaz. For exhibiting exceptional courage and operational brilliance under intense pressure during Operation Sindoor, deputy commandant Ravindra Rathore and his team, who successfully implemented an operation on the International Border for the safety of a BSF jawan whose life was in peril, have also been awarded the gallantry medal. In response to Pakistan's retaliation following Operation Sindoor, ASI Udai Vir Singh of 120 BSF's 120 battalion displayed exemplary courage during a heavy assault on BOP Jabowal, Jammu Sector, on May 10. On the night of May 9-10, Pakistani troops launched a coordinated assault on BOPs Karotana Khurd, Karotana Forward, and Suchetgarh of 165 Bn BSF. These posts came under intense 82 mm mortar and machine gun fire from Pakistani positions- Jamshed Malane and Kasira. BSF troops retaliated with precision fire. ASI Rajappa B T and Constable Manohar Xalxo showed exemplary courage in an ammunition replenishment mission to BOP Karotana Khurd on the morning of May 10. Assistant commandant Alok Negi of the 53 Bn BSF, along with constables Kandarpa Chowdhury and Waghmare Bhawan Deora, displayed exceptional courage during intense enemy fire at FDL Mukhyari from May 7 to 10.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Time of India
Thane power couple: Independence Day honours celebrate decades of service; superintendent duo to receive President's Police Medal
In a recognition for a couple working in one of Maharashtra's toughest workplaces, a husband-and-wife duo from Thane Central Jail have been named among eight personnel from the state's prisons department to receive prestigious police medals. The announcement came on Thursday, when the Union government declared service medals for 1,090 police personnel from various central and state forces on the eve of Independence Day. An official said the Maharashtra list features Rani Bhosale, superintendent of Thane Central Jail, and her husband Rajaram Bhosale, an additional superintendent at the same facility. The couple has been awarded the President's Medal for Meritorious Service, in recognition of their decades-long dedication in the face of challenging environment of a prison. The other recipients from the state's prisons department include Gajanan Kashinath Sarode, Deputy Superintendent, Mumbai Central Jail; Sanjay Gangaram Shivgan, Subedar, Mumbai Central Jail; Sudhakar Omkar Chavan, Havaldar, Mumbai Central Jail; Rajesh Madhukar Sawant, Constable, Byculla District Jail; Sanjay Sadashiv Jadhav, Constable, Byculla District Jail; and Vidya Bharat Dhembere, Prison Constable, Kolhapur Central Jail. Additional Director General of Police (Prisons and Correction Services) Suhas Warke said, 'The integrity and devotion to duty of the awardees had set a benchmark for all in the department.' According to the Union Home Ministry, 233 personnel have been awarded the Medal for Gallantry (GM), 99 have received the President's Medal for Distinguished Service (PSM) and 758 have been honoured with the Medal for Meritorious Service (MSM).
